Here are some key facts about our welfare work here in
Kent - please share this information with anyone who might
like to support the Poppy Appeal.
1 in 6 people in this country are eligible for Legion
help.

So as you can see, the need is
growing and we forecast that we will complete
over 1300 cases by the end of the year.
• Most Common Grants include:
Mobility scooters & electric wheelchairs, Stairlifts &
Bathroom adaptations, Riser/recliner chairs, Deposit and rent
advance, Removal expenses, Household goods and furniture, and
priority debts - council tax and rent arrears.
• We continue to make a
difference to people's lives. One of our most
recent cases has been to provide assistance to a young mother with
3 small children. She is estranged from her husband (a serving
soldier), and we were notified of her plight through the Women's
Refuge that she had been moved to for her and her children's
safety. The council found her accommodation but she had nothing to
move in with so we provided funds for clothes, toys, carpets and
furniture.
• Please read the thank you
messages below to see how someone's life has been turned around by
financial assistance from the Legion and you will realise how
important and worthwhile your support is….
"Just like to say a big thank you for all your
help with the grant and vouchers after having a bad year since
leaving the army, I thought my luck would never
change."(26 year old woman,
recently discharged from the Army, funds provided for
training)
"Thank you so much for arranging for my new bed,
wardrobe and washing machine. They arrived in good condition and
the bed is fantastic. I sleep so much better and my back is already
improved."(43 year old man recovering from
nervous breakdown and depression)
"I should like to say a heartfelt thank you to the
Royal British Legion, who have been so very kind in helping me
obtain my lovely electric bed. Bed time is now much more pleasant
for me and my days are much more
cheerful."(67 year old woman, disabled and in
pain most days)